Love cars? Join the Suburban Exotics team.
Suburban Exotics is looking for a reliable, detail-oriented team member to join our team as an Automotive Detailer & Inventory Photographer. This position is primarily focused on detailing and preparing luxury and exotic vehicles for sale, delivery, display, and special events.
In addition to detailing responsibilities, you'll photograph inventory, create online vehicle listings, and help maintain the presentation of our dealership inventory.
No professional detailing experience is required—we'll train the right candidate. An interest in automotive photography, vehicle presentation, or luxury vehicles is a plus.
This position reports directly to the General Manager.
What You'll Do
The majority of this role involves preparing vehicles to meet the high presentation standards expected at Suburban Exotics.
Clean carpets, mats, glass, vents, trim, and headliners
Clean and condition leather surfaces
Ensure vehicles are showroom-ready inside and out
Clean wheels, wheel wells, door jambs, trunk/hatch jambs, and fuel doors
Detail engine bays and exhaust tips
Perform clay bar treatments and iron removal processes
Assist with paint correction, buffing, and polishing (training available)
Inspect newly delivered vehicles for transportation damage
Inspect used vehicles for cosmetic damage and document findings
Print and install Buyers Guides, pricing sheets, and vehicle hang tags
Create key tags for new and pre-owned inventory
Laminate and install new vehicle window stickers
Inventory vehicle accessories and organize storage
Label EV chargers and battery maintainers with stock numbers
Start outside inventory vehicles weekly to maintain battery health
Refuel vehicles as needed
Retrieve, stage, and move vehicles throughout dealership property
Photograph new and used inventory following manufacturer and dealership standards
Create vehicle descriptions and upload inventory to the dealership website
Capture high-quality photos that accurately represent each vehicle
Complete quarterly inventory audits using Stock Pulse
Photograph VINs and inventory vehicles as required
Maintain consistency and quality across all online listings
Assist with dealership events, vehicle launches, and car shows
Support events at M1 Concourse and other automotive venues
Prepare vehicles for display with dealer plates and promotional materials
Deliver paperwork and keys to body shop partners
Maintain lot organization and cleanliness
Salt and shovel sidewalks during winter months
Remove snow from inventory vehicles as needed
This position is primarily an automotive detailing role. Candidates should be comfortable spending a significant portion of their day cleaning, preparing, moving, and maintaining vehicle appearance. Photography and inventory merchandising are important responsibilities but are secondary to vehicle detailing and presentation.
Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
High attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship
Willingness to learn professional detailing techniques
Interest in automotive photography preferred
Comfortable using smartphones, cameras, and basic computer applications
Positive attitude and team-first mindset
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour
We offer best-in-class industry benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
Paid Holidays & PTO
Short and Long-Term Disability
Paid Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Lithia Learning Center
Vehicle Purchase Discounts
Wellness Programs
Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach throughout the workday
Frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds
Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
Regularly enter, exit, and move vehicles throughout dealership property
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
High School graduate or equivalent required. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. We are a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable laws.
